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Design Verification Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$167K - $184K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Develop strategies for verification by understanding design architecture and design specifications. Capture all requirements/features of design to create functional ...

Design Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$143K - $230K/yr

Lead ASIC Design Verification Engineer We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead/Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer to drive the verification strategy for our next-generation ...

GPU Formal Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Experience with CPU or GPU design architectures, VLSI circuits, and digital logic design. Experience with formal verification tools, such as JasperGold, IFV, etc. Experience in programming/scripting ...

Lead ASIC Design Verification Engineer We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead/Principal ASIC Design Verification Engineer to drive the verification strategy for our next-generation ...

Design Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Design Verification Engineer to join our hardware engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for verifying complex digital designs using advanced verification ...

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position along with long term stability and benefits? Correct Designs can give it all to you. Correct ...

Design Engineer, Verification

Austin, TX · On-site

$86K - $184K/yr

... VLSI Design as an important and primary part of the curriculum. * Must have at least an overall 3.0 ... Must have knowledge in UNIX OS, Assembly & C Programming. Python or Perl Scripting language.

Experience with CPU or GPU design architectures, VLSI circuits, and digital logic design. Experience with formal verification tools, such as JasperGold, IFV, etc. Experience in programming/scripting ...

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$159K - $194K/yr

Description We are looking for an experienced design verification engineer to join our SoC team at Baidu's Sunnyvale office. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter who will thrive ...

Design Verification Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$134K - $164K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Looking for new challenges? Would you like the variety of a contract position along with long term stability and benefits? Correct Designs can give it all to you. Correct ...

Design Verification Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$159K - $194K/yr

Description We are looking for an experienced design verification engineer to join our SoC team at Baidu's Sunnyvale office. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter who will thrive ...

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How much do vlsi design verification engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for vlsi design verification engineer in the United States is $149,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $136,000.00 and $166,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by VLSI Design Verification Engineers during the verification process?

VLSI Design Verification Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing increasingly complex system-on-chip (SoC) designs, ensuring thorough test coverage, and debugging intricate functional issues. Coordinating with cross-functional teams—like design, software, and validation—is essential to align test plans and resolve ambiguities quickly. Additionally, keeping up with evolving verification methodologies and tools (such as UVM or SystemVerilog) requires a commitment to continuous learning, but offers strong career growth opportunities for those who master them.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a VLSI Design Verification Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a VLSI Design Verification Engineer, you need a solid background in digital logic design, computer architecture, and verification methodologies, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with hardware description languages like Verilog or VHDL, simulation tools such as ModelSim or Synopsys VCS, and familiarity with UVM or SystemVerilog are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for identifying design flaws and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications ensure accurate, reliable chip designs and efficient project execution in the competitive semiconductor industry.

What is the difference between Vlsi Design Verification Engineer vs Vlsi Design Engineer?

AspectVlsi Design Verification EngineerVlsi Design Engineer
Primary FocusVerifying the correctness of VLSI designs through testing and simulationCreating and implementing VLSI chip designs and architectures
Skills & CertificationsHardware description languages (HDL), verification tools, scripting, knowledge of verification methodologiesHDL, digital design, synthesis, timing analysis, and physical design skills
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, verification labs, simulation environmentsDesign teams, synthesis and implementation tools, physical design environments

While both roles require HDL knowledge and work within VLSI teams, the Vlsi Design Verification Engineer primarily focuses on testing and validating designs, whereas the Vlsi Design Engineer is responsible for creating and implementing the actual chip designs.

What is a VLSI Design Verification Engineer?

A VLSI Design Verification Engineer is a specialist responsible for ensuring that integrated circuits (ICs) and systems-on-chip (SoCs) meet their design specifications before manufacturing. They use various verification methodologies, such as simulation, formal verification, and hardware emulation, to identify and fix functional errors in digital designs. Their role is critical in the semiconductor industry to ensure product quality, reduce costly re-spins, and speed up time-to-market. They often work closely with design engineers, using tools like SystemVerilog, UVM, and other verification frameworks.
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Infographic showing various Vlsi Design Verification Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,150 per year, or $71.7 per hour.
Wireless Design Verification Engineer

Wireless Design Verification Engineer

Apple

Bodega Bay, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 667 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 30 rated technology retailers


Job description

Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SoC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy-efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Design Verification, Emulation, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering.
Description
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group with a critical impact on delivering world-class silicon to empower wireless products for hundreds of millions of customers. As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV methodologists, designers, and communication systems engineers to develop reusable test bench and verification environment deploying the latest methodology with metric-driven verification, ensuring the highest design quality.","responsibilities":"Work closely with the system and design teams to review and understand the MAC subsystem microarchitecture, and create verification plan from specification, review and refine to achieve coverage targets.
Build block/subsystem level test benches, create UVM libraries, using the best-in-class DV methodology. Architect test benches with maximum reusability in mind.
Develop and execute both directed and constrained random tests, debug failures, manage bug tracking, and work with designers to drive closure of issues found.
Create and analyze block/subsystem-level coverage models, and add test cases to increase coverage.
Use machine learning and AI technologies to identify design and test bench issues and ensure DV quality.
Support MAC subsystem validation using Palladium and/or FPGA.
Work with team members to improve DV methodology and flow.
Preferred Qualifications
7+ years of verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
Advanced knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, and SystemVerilog Assertion.
Knowledge and experience of ASIC verification flows including test bench development, constrained random testing, and code/functional coverage.
Verification experience of one or more of the following: MAC, PHY, DMA, timer, AMBA bus and fabric, encryption/decryption engine.
Verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB, WLAN, or Zigbee.
Proficient in shell and Python scripting, Perl scripting.
Experience of using AI technologies in data mining/analysis.
Experience of Palladium/FPGA validation.
Should be a team player with excellent communication skills, self-motivated and well organized.
Minimum Qualifications
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,000 and $308,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976